Direct Support Professional

Community Options Job Board; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Employee incentives

403b retirement

Career growth

Job summary

Community Options, Inc is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, and Direct Care Staff in Lancaster, PA. Roles are available in full-time, part-time, and PRN formats with paid training and starting pay of $17.00 per hour.

No experience required; training provided to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include building relationships, using Person Centered Plans, assisting with daily living, monitoring health needs, and supporting

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports.
• Willingness to work in residential, day, and community settings.

Responsibilities

• Foster meaningful relationships between individuals and their community.
• Utilize Person Centered Plans to assess needs.
• Assist with daily living and independence skills and personal care.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns.
• Participate in community, social, and recreational activities.
• Transport individuals to appointments and activities.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non‑profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are now hiringFull‑Time, Part‑Time, PRNDirect Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health AidesinLancaster, PAto provide person‑centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is afantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference!No experience required– we provide PAID training!

Starting pay is $17.00/hour

Responsibilities

• Foster a meaningful relationship between the individuals and their community
• Utilize Person Centered Plans to assess an individual's needs
• Assist individuals with their daily living and independence skills/personal care
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skillsParticipate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Working Conditions

• Work in residential programs, day programs, and in the community
• Transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
• Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
• Overtime may be required due to business needs
• May be required to lift or move 25+ pounds

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous PTO
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Incredible career growth opportunities

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V